Description
Book SynopsisThe first book to consolidate the history, evolution, current practice, and future prospects for regional planning in Canada.
Table of ContentsPreface
Introduction: Regional Planning in Perspective
Part 1: Foundations of Regional Planning
1 Roots of Regional Planning
2 Key Features of Regional Planning
3 The Imperative of Regional Boundaries
4 Formal Bases of Regional Planning
Part 2: Planning Practice in Rural and Non-Metropolitan Regions
5 Planning Rural Regions and Their Communities
6 Regional Economic Development Planning
7 Regional Planning for Resource Conservation and Development and the Environment
Part 3: Planning and Governing Practice in Urban-Based Regions
8 Planning and Governing Metropolitan Areas
9 Planning and Governing City-Regions
Part 4: The Future of Regional Planning in Canada
10 The Continuing Need for Regional Planning
11 The Future Shape of Regional Planning
Appendix
Notes; References; Index
